Okay trying to figure out the best internet option.
WendysPhotos said
04:05 PM Oct 25, 2013
Hello,
Hubby is a computer gamer and although he really wants to do this FT thing, he also wants his computer games. Is there any options out there that would allow him to play his MMO(massive multi-player online) games on the road? He will give them up somewhat if not possible, but would like to provide one of the things he really likes. I had to give up the horses . Any options out there?
Wendy
bjoyce said
04:14 PM Oct 25, 2013
The first thing to do is determine how much usage the two of you have now. Maybe your internet provider tells you somewhere on your bill or has some history? Once you know that information, you can find out what is possible and what it will cost. The normal recommendation is the Millenicom. http://millenicom.com/, Hotspot plan that gives you up to 20GB per month for $69.99 total. If you are using 15GB, you are gold. If you are using 30GB, then you need two hotspots and will pay $139.98 per month. If you are using a lot more than that, you are out of my league.
Technomadia said
07:50 PM Oct 25, 2013
Hi Wendy -
Mobile internet is one of those topics that is not as easy as it could be, and full of compromises. As software developers, we depend on it to enable our RVing lifestyle.
We constructed an arsenal of solutions, as back-up options is key. No one solution will work all of the time.
We have the Millenicom plan that Bill mentioned above which gives us access to the Verizon footprint. And we also keep about 10GB of data available on our AT&T mobile share plan. But we have to supplement that with other sources, such as WiFi - so we also have a WiFi extender system that helps us bring in signal. And sometimes, we just have to borrow a cup of bandwidth from friends as we travel. And sometimes, when we really need a lot - we seek out RV Parks catering to seasonal residents with cable pulled to the site and subscribe directly into the hardwired matrix.
We have a mobile internet resource page at: www.technomadia.com/internet that goes over a lot of this stuff, including a free video chat, and our book we recently wrote that overviews this topic.
Like Bill said, check what your current usage is. Some MMOs are well designed in that they are relaying small bits of code to central servers, with the more intense graphics handled locally. Others, not as well designed. But latency could be the bigger issue - it sucks to have your opponent suck all your mana before you even cast your spell! :D
- Cherie
Jack Mayer said
04:24 PM Oct 26, 2013
I highly recommend the "Mobile Internet Handbook" that Cherie and Chris wrote. It is the best tutorial and survey of your connection options available. And it is well worth the nominal price they are asking.
Hello,
Hubby is a computer gamer and although he really wants to do this FT thing, he also wants his computer games. Is there any options out there that would allow him to play his MMO(massive multi-player online) games on the road? He will give them up somewhat if not possible, but would like to provide one of the things he really likes. I had to give up the horses
. Any options out there?
Wendy
The first thing to do is determine how much usage the two of you have now. Maybe your internet provider tells you somewhere on your bill or has some history? Once you know that information, you can find out what is possible and what it will cost. The normal recommendation is the Millenicom. http://millenicom.com/, Hotspot plan that gives you up to 20GB per month for $69.99 total. If you are using 15GB, you are gold. If you are using 30GB, then you need two hotspots and will pay $139.98 per month. If you are using a lot more than that, you are out of my league.
Mobile internet is one of those topics that is not as easy as it could be, and full of compromises. As software developers, we depend on it to enable our RVing lifestyle.
We constructed an arsenal of solutions, as back-up options is key. No one solution will work all of the time.
We have the Millenicom plan that Bill mentioned above which gives us access to the Verizon footprint. And we also keep about 10GB of data available on our AT&T mobile share plan. But we have to supplement that with other sources, such as WiFi - so we also have a WiFi extender system that helps us bring in signal. And sometimes, we just have to borrow a cup of bandwidth from friends as we travel. And sometimes, when we really need a lot - we seek out RV Parks catering to seasonal residents with cable pulled to the site and subscribe directly into the hardwired matrix.
We have a mobile internet resource page at: www.technomadia.com/internet that goes over a lot of this stuff, including a free video chat, and our book we recently wrote that overviews this topic.
Jack Mayer's site goes into more details on the technical details of the various systems: www.jackdanmayer.com/communication.htm
Like Bill said, check what your current usage is. Some MMOs are well designed in that they are relaying small bits of code to central servers, with the more intense graphics handled locally. Others, not as well designed. But latency could be the bigger issue - it sucks to have your opponent suck all your mana before you even cast your spell! :D
- Cherie
I highly recommend the "Mobile Internet Handbook" that Cherie and Chris wrote. It is the best tutorial and survey of your connection options available. And it is well worth the nominal price they are asking.